Lesson Plan

Peaceful Power Lesson Plan

Equip 6th graders with assertive communication strategies and de-escalation techniques through interactive modeling and practice, enabling them to resolve conflicts respectfully and confidently.

Building relationship skills and conflict-resolution abilities fosters a safe, supportive classroom culture and empowers students to manage disputes positively.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Prepare Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up & Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Present Assertive Communication

10 minutes

Step 3

I-Message Fishbowl Activity

15 minutes

Step 4

De-escalation Steps Practice

15 minutes

Step 5

Communication Self-Assessment

10 minutes

Step 6

Reflect & Reset Journal

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Assertive Voices

Welcome students and introduce the topic. Explain that today we’ll explore three ways people communicate and learn how to speak up respectfully.

Communication Styles

Explain that communication style affects how people feel and respond. Show the three styles on the screen.

Passive Communication

Describe passive communication. Emphasize how it can lead to frustration because needs aren’t expressed.

Aggressive Communication

Describe aggressive communication. Discuss how it can harm relationships and escalate conflicts.

Assertive Communication

Introduce assertive communication. Highlight that it balances honesty with respect.

Comparing the Styles

Draw students’ attention to the chart. Point out how assertive communication produces better outcomes.

Role-Play Demonstration

Explain the upcoming role-play. Invite two volunteers and provide a scenario. Model an assertive statement first.

Lesson Plan

Peaceful Power Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Prepare Materials

Step 1

Warm-Up & Introduction

Step 2

Present Assertive Communication

Step 3

I-Message Fishbowl Activity

Step 4

De-escalation Steps Practice

Step 5

Communication Self-Assessment

Step 6

Reflect & Reset Journal

Slide Deck

Assertive Voices

Communication Styles

Passive Communication

Aggressive Communication

Assertive Communication

Comparing the Styles

Role-Play Demonstration

Activity

Worksheet

Rubric

Cool Down

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